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Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a Vietnamese craft room, three participants posing with finished wooden plaques beside wall relief
Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a garden courtyard, three participants seated with their finished wooden carvings
Two people work with chisels at a Hoi An village wood carving table beneath a red lattice roof
Carved details on wooden blocks beside chisels and shavings on a Hoi An wood carving workshop bench
Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a lush garden, participants posing with their carved wooden plaques beside landscaped plants
Wood carving lesson in a Hoi An village workshop, with a participant carving a small wooden sculpture while others look on
Children carving small wooden pieces at a shaded veranda during a Hoi An village wood carving workshop
Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a Vietnamese craft room, three participants posing with finished wooden plaques beside wall relief
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Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a Vietnamese craft room, three participants posing with finished wooden plaques beside wall relief
Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a Vietnamese craft room, three participants posing with finished wooden plaques beside wall relief
Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a garden courtyard, three participants seated with their finished wooden carvings
Two people work with chisels at a Hoi An village wood carving table beneath a red lattice roof
Carved details on wooden blocks beside chisels and shavings on a Hoi An wood carving workshop bench
Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a Vietnamese craft room, three participants posing with finished wooden plaques beside wall relief
Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a garden courtyard, three participants seated with their finished wooden carvings
Two people work with chisels at a Hoi An village wood carving table beneath a red lattice roof
Carved details on wooden blocks beside chisels and shavings on a Hoi An wood carving workshop bench
Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a lush garden, participants posing with their carved wooden plaques beside landscaped plants
Wood carving lesson in a Hoi An village workshop, with a participant carving a small wooden sculpture while others look on
Children carving small wooden pieces at a shaded veranda during a Hoi An village wood carving workshop
Hoi An wood-carving experience with a small group posing indoors, holding carved wooden artworks in a traditional timber workshop
Visitors holding certificates in a traditional wooden pavilion at a Hoi An village wood carving experience
Hoi An village wood carving workshop group posing with their carved wooden pieces at an outdoor workshop gate
People seated at carving tables during a Hoi An village wood carving workshop under a red wooden pavilion
Hoi An wood-carving workshop, a participant carving at a wooden workbench as others work in a covered craft hall

Discover the Oldest Art of Wood Carving in Hoi An Village

Carve your own masterpiece in a scenic garden workshop
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Group size
Up to 8 guests
DURATION
3.5 hours
Booking type
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Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 8 guests
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Discover Hoi An’s traditional wood carving firsthand
Unleash your inner artist with this hands-on wood carving experience in Hoi An! Unlike generic craft workshops, this takes you deep into one of the oldest traditional crafts in Vietnam, guided by passionate local artisans. You’ll work with a team of experienced carvers in a peaceful garden setting—far from the usual crowded tourist routes. This is perfect for travellers who want to immerse in local culture rather than just picking up a souvenir. You'll not only learn the techniques of wood carving but also get to create your own unique piece to take home. Whether you’ve never picked up a chisel before or you’re a seasoned artist, the expert guidance will help you craft something special. The highlight? This workshop takes place in one of the largest local sculpture workshops in Hoi An. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at both the exhibition area and the production workshop, giving you a real appreciation for this beautiful craft.What to ExpectConvenient hotel pickup and drop-off from central Hoi AnTour a large local wood carving workshop, including both exhibition and production areasPersonalised instruction from expert artisans as they guide you step by step2.5 hours of hands-on carving time to create your own masterpieceA certificate from the artist to commemorate your new skillsGood to KnowRemember to bring some extra cash for any personal expenses or to tip your instructorThis experience is designed for beginners, so no prior carving skills are neededThe setting is peaceful and inspiring, making it a great alternative to busy tourist activities

Experience highlights

Hoi An wood-carving workshop in a Vietnamese craft room, three participants posing with finished wooden plaques beside wall relief
Discover Hoi An’s wood carving craft
People seated at carving tables during a Hoi An village wood carving workshop under a red wooden pavilion
Carve in a serene garden workshop
Two people work with chisels at a Hoi An village wood carving table beneath a red lattice roof
Learn and practice with local artisans
Hoi An village wood carving workshop group posing with their carved wooden pieces at an outdoor workshop gate
Take home your customized souvenir

What You’ll be Doing

Wood carving workshop visit and crafting
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What’s Included

Entrance ticket
Experienced facilitator
2-way transfer
English instructor
Bottle of water
Your masterpiece
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Who you’re supporting

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Start Point

Free pick-up from Your hotel in Hoi An center(Hoi An ancient town, Đường Bạch Đằng, Vietnam)
  • 15 mins before selected timeslot
  • Notes: Customers will be picked up at hotels in the center of Hoi An - If the area is too far, please move to the meeting point (Hoi An post office).
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Start & Ends

Daily
08:30AM - 12:00PM
01:30PM - 05:00PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 3+)

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    Cancel 24 hours before activity for a full refund
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Hi, I'm Vinh from Hoi An, Vietnam! Growing up in the countryside inspired me to help my community through tourism. After working as a tour guide, I realized sustainable, culturally-rich experiences are what travelers crave. So, I founded my travel community, connecting locals and visitors for authentic adventures. We're a small team but passionate about creating positive change through symbiotic tourism. Join us!
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